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Dials Resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Urbana U.

Nick Dials has resigned from his position as head men’s basketball coach at Urbana University following two years with the program. UU Executive Director of Athletics Larry Cox announced the resignation. The search is underway to identify the 11th head coach in program history. “We are thankful for Nick’s time and effort that he put

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OFFICIAL: Williams out at Stetson

Following-up on something that I mentioned early yesterday morning in the Daily Dirt. It’s now been made official as Stetson University Director of Athletics Jeff Altier announced on today that Corey Williams will no longer serve as men’s basketball head coach at the University. Williams, who recently completed his sixth season with the Hatters, owns

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Reinhardt Head Basketball Coach Gillespie Resigns

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WALESKA, Ga. – After being at the helm of Reinhardt men’s basketball for seven seasons and 16 years overall as a college basketball head coach, lead Eagle Jason Gillespie has resigned from his post and stepped away from the game of basketball. Gillespie, who totaled a 280-223 mark during his coaching career, made a lasting

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DII DIRT: Lander University Finalists

In yesterday’s Daily Dirt, I mentioned some of the names that I have heard at DII Lander University. I have now heard from multiple sources that the final three are: Grant Leonard – Associate head coach Queens University of Charlotte. Has spent the past six seasons at Queens. Has also worked at Paine College, Flagler

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DII DIRT: Fayetteville State to part ways with Spencer

I can confirm that DII Fayetteville State (NC) will part ways with head men’s basketball coach Ken Spencer. Spencer had been the head coach at FSU for the past three seasons, where he compiled a 27-57 overall record. This year, the Broncos went 6-20 (5-13 CIAA). Before being hired at Fayetteville State back in 2016,

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DII DIRT: Men’s Basketball Coaching Change Made at Clarion University (PA)

I can confirm that Marcess Williams is no longer the head men’s basketball Coach at DII Clarion University (PA). Williams had been the head coach of the Golden Eagles since 2014. This past season, his squad finished with a 6-20 (4-17 PSAC) record. Williams wraps up his tenure at Clarion with a 40-98 overall record.

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William Woods University Head Basketball Coach Resigns

William Woods University head men’s basketball coach James Hays has resigned his position to pursue other opportunities. A search for his replacement has begun. Hays served as the Interim head coach during the 2017-18 season. During his three seasons, the Owls went 52-38. The 2018-19 season came to an end last night with a loss

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OFFICIAL: Glash Retires as Head Basketball Coach at Missouri S&T

Following up on something that I mentioned earlier in today’s Daily Dirt… Missouri S&T head men’s basketball coach Jim Glash has announced his retirement from the position after spending the last 10 seasons as the program’s head coach. “We appreciate the hard work and dedication Jim provided for our program and wish him the best

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Daily Dirt – 3/5/19

A few things to kick off what will be a busy week… I have heard from great sources that Stetson will officially open later this week. The Hatters wrapped up their 2018-19 season with a 7-24 (3-13 ASUN) record, and did not make it to the ASUN Tournament. It’s been a tough go for Corey

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Week 16: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions

Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 16 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. The coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2018-19 college basketball season. This is the final

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Cosby promoted to Head Basketball Coach at San Diego Christian College

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The San Diego Christian College athletic department has announced the promotion of Dwayne Cosby to the SDC head men’s basketball coach, effective immediately. Cosby was the interim head coach for the 2018-19 season before being promoted after the season by Carolyn Peters, the SDC athletic director. “SDC is blessed to have Coach Cosby join our

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UIS Head Basketball Coach Bill Walker will not return next season

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The University of Illinois Springfield athletics department announced today that men’s basketball head coach Bill Walker will not return for the 2019-20 season as he pursues other opportunities. “Bill has represented the UIS men’s basketball program with a high level of integrity and character,” said Director of Athletics Jim Sarra. “We appreciate all his efforts

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